Loo of the Year contenders can be nominated by anybody: staff, customers, visitors, managers, owners or contractors.

Manager Craig Roberts at McDonalds restaurant in Winston Road, Coventry is pictured after winning an award for his very clean toilets.

Since the inception of the awards back in 1987, courtesy of the British Toilet Association, the event has aimed to promote the highest standards in public lavatories.

Following nomination, the entries are critiqued and receive a grading ranging from Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum following an unannounced visit from an independent Loo of the Year Awards inspector.

Speaking after their win, Sarah said: “Staff at my Coventry restaurants work exceptionally hard to ensure our customers enjoy a high quality service throughout their visit, and this includes having access to hygienic and safe washroom facilities.

"Our toilets are maintained to a very high standard for all our customers to enjoy, so it’s a great to be recognised for our ongoing hard work with this prestigious award.”

For a sneak peek of the toilets in question, and to find out what goes into maintaining a Loo of the Year, watch our short video above.